South Marine Park

It's been hugely popular for many years, and it's not hard to see why. Wave to the passengers on the miniature steam train as it circles the park, hire a pedalo on the boating lake or watch the kids have lots of fun playing on the two great soft play areas.

There is loads of green space to play football and games, along with lovely trails throughout the park where you can enjoy a pleasant stroll with gorgeous seaside views.

There's plenty of grassy areas, picnic tables and seating to enjoy a picnic, and a lovely cafe in the park too - a great place to enjoy a bite to eat, coffee or ice-cream and watch the world go by.

The Friends of North and South Marine Park organise regular events throughout the year, many of which take place in the beautiful restored Victorian bandstand. 

The Friends of North and South Marine Park

The Friends of the North and South Marine Parks were formed in 2007 as part of the Heritage Lottery Funded restoration of the South Marine Park. They are a very active group of volunteers who work closely with the Council and partners to protect and develop our seafront parks. They organise a number of events, from litter picks to petanque, walks to live music.

Find out more about the Friends of North and South Marine Park at Friends of North and South Marine Parks.

Facilities within the parks

• Toilets
• Car and coach parking nearby
• Catering establishments
• Picnic site

Access

• All areas accessible to disabled visitors
• Accessible toilets

Opening times

• Gates to South Marine Park close at dusk
• North Marine Park gates open at all times
• For operation times of the miniature steam railway see Lakeshore Railroad

Admission

Free admission.

Charges apply for miniature railway and pedalo hire.